From Brian

Uncensored advice about product development and building a high-growth software company from Brian de Haaff, co-founder and CEO at Aha!

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Maybe You Should Rethink That "Game-Changing" New AI Feature
June 23, 2023
Maybe You Should Rethink That "Game-Changing" New AI Feature

Shiny object syndrome (SOS) happens when product managers, engineers, and executives are distracted by exciting new ideas — often at the expense of product goals and…

Same expectations, half the team — now what?
June 21, 2023
Same expectations, half the team — now what?

Product development consumes significant resources and directly impacts business outcomes. But many software companies are experiencing layoffs. How do remaining…

Customer value vs. company valuation
June 7, 2023
Customer value vs. company valuation

Customer value is usually defined as the perception of what a product or service is worth. Company valuation is the process of evaluating the economic worth of a…

Aha! Notebooks — Your Product Documents, Whiteboards, and Tasks in One Place
May 31, 2023
Aha! Notebooks — Your Product Documents, Whiteboards, and Tasks in One Place

A space to organize your thoughts, plan your work, and craft beautiful whiteboards.